HSP3U/C Exam Review Part 3

During a social experiment, Ellie observed people interacting at a party. What percentage of people are likely to tell a lie within the first 10 minutes of meeting someone?

• 25

• 35

• 45

• 55

Thomas just took a gamble in a poker game and won big. Which part of his brain was just activated?

• Hypothalamus

• Striatum

• Pre-frontal cortex

• Occipital lobe

During a neuroscience class, Isabella learned about different parts of the brain. She was curious to know which part is responsible for memory. Can you help her identify it?

• Amygdala

• Hippocampus

• Hypothalamus

• Cerebellum

How does the amygdala influence emotional responses in teenagers?

• By processing emotions

• By controlling appetite

• By regulating body temperature

• By managing time perception

What is the term for the brain's ability to reorganize itself by forming new neural connections?

• Neuroplasticity

• Neural elasticity

• Neural restructuring

• Neural adaptation

Which principle of the Belmont Report ensures equitable selection of research subjects?

• Beneficence

• Justice

• Respect for persons

• Well-being

Maira's neurons are transmitting signals rapidly! This is likely due to a high amount of ________.

• Myelin

• Dendrites

• Axons

• Synapses

Ava and Thomas were discussing their dreams over breakfast. Ava mentioned that a significant portion of dream content is lost after 10 minutes of waking up. How much dream content is lost?

• 10

• 60

• 90

• 95

Arianna noticed that after practicing the piano for several weeks, she was able to play more complex pieces with ease. This improvement is an example of neuroplasticity, which indicates the following:

• Your brain can improve its fitness level

• Your brain reacts to sounds and patterns

• Your brain cannot improve its fitness level

• You learn better by memorization

How did the Monster Study affect the children's communication skills?

• They were given prizes for participation

• They became more articulate and expressive

• They suffered from anxiety and avoided speaking

• They acquired new vocabulary